350pride

195cc ported heads+1.7rr+hotcam....would this be a good idea?

I currently have the hotcam w/ 1.6 rrs.

I want to port the heads, and I figured that switching from the 1.6's to 1.7's would give me more lift, thus more hp.

do not want to swap the cam.

thanks,

Pride

CheshireCat

From all that I have read, switching to 1.7rr's will REQUIRE different push rods, springs, and although it has been done on the LT1, it's tricky and may not be easier than switching to a new cam.

The added lift along with the ported heads should give you more horsepower, but there are reasons why few people go with 1.7's on the LT1

If you do a search, you'll find some long threads on the subject. Search LT1 tech and Advanced tech.